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Job Dates
09/10/24 - 10/18/24
Pay
$18.00 per hour per week
Wig Technician/Stylist
Barrington Stage Company, an award-winning professional theatre company located in the heart of the Berkshires, is seeking a Wig Technician to join our team in Pittsfield, MA for our production of Primary Trust. This position assists the Wardrobe Supervisor in the care, management and organization of wigs through the dress rehearsal, performance and strike of each production throughout the run of the sow. This position requires a team player with great interpersonal skills, a working knowledge of wig maintenance and styling, and the ability to remain calm in high-stress situations.
Barrington Stage has a three-fold mission: to produce top-notch, compelling work; to develop new plays and musicals; and to engage our community with vibrant, inclusive educational outreach programs. BSC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age. We strongly encourage candidates of color, and/or from diverse backgrounds/underrepresented groups to apply.
Responsibilities:
Care for, manage and organize wigs during the dress rehearsal and performance period
Assist in maintaining stage-ready wigs for actors and collaborate with wig designer to maintain artistic vision
Partner with Wardrobe supervisor to address logistical challenges, rigging concerns and actor comfort issues, readily offering creative solutions to maintain a seamless production
Check-in and review wigs prior to each performance.
Assist actors getting into wigs and help to facilitate quick changes
Help Maintain dressing rooms throughout performance period
Maintain wigs during the performance period, such as restyling, blocking, and repairs as needed.
Help keep wardrobe room and quick change areas clean and free of debris
Skills:
Strong interpersonal, time management and organizational skills
Prior backstage costume and wig related experience preferred
Basic sewing skills as it relates to repairs and quick change rigging
Knowledge and experience in wig styling, maintenance and cleaning
Experience with wig application and pinning
Able to stand for long periods of time
Able to remain calm during high pressure quick change situations
This position reports to the Wardrobe Supervisor, Costume Shop Manageme,nt, and Production Management. It is a full-time, seasonal position.
Contract: ASAP-10/18/2024
Pay is $18.00 per hour, with housing included.
Please apply via the following link: https://barringtonstageco.bamboohr.com/careers/96?source=aWQ9MjA%3D
Business Address
122 NORTH ST
PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
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Job Categories Wig Master, Wig Run Crew
Posted: 09/06/2024 20:25:21 EST
Last Updated: 09/07/2024 03:00 EST
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